In early October 2025, India is set to hold its biggest tri service military exercise, named Cold Start. The exercise, which will presumably be located in Madhya Pradesh, will unite the Army, Navy and Air Force to conduct an operational preparedness check against one of the rapidly increasing threats in the modern warfare-drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

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Article 1 : International Recognition of Palestine - Foreign Policy Block of 2025

Q1. In 2025, which of the following countries recognised the State of Palestine as an official country?
a) United States and Germany
b) France, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia
c) Israel and Japan
d) China and Russia
Answer: bjj) France, UK, Canada and australia
Explanation: These nations had joined earlier recognitions of Portugal, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, Andorra and Monaco.

Q2. What international law convention sets the requirements for statehood?
a) Geneva Convention, 1949
b) Montevideo Convention, 1933
c) Hague Convention, 1907
d) UN Charter, 1945
Answer: b.Montevideo Convention, 1933
Explanation: Needs defined territory, people, government and capability to engage in relations.

In 2025, unprecedented momentum of the Palestinian cause occurred when a series of countries, such as France, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, officially recognised the State of Palestine. This is in line with the same acknowledgement of Portugal, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, Andorra and Monaco, as the world witnessed a major change in international relations. Although these actions have strengthened the international legitimacy of Palestine, they have also added to the conflict with Israel which is still going on.